Dog Collar and Leash

Dog Collar Materials List

• Nylon webbing (Enough to equal the measure- ment of your dog’s neck, plus 6-8”) Nylon webbing is softer and thicker than polypro, but can stretch when wet. If your dog swims, either remove the nylon collar before allowing them to swim, or consider polypropylene webbing. If your dog has a sensitive neck, though, nylon is less scratchy and will keep them more comfortable. Another option for sensitive skin is a cotton or hemp dog collar. See the video How-To of this project Decide on a width of webbing that suits the size on www.NationalSewingMonth.org of your dog. This is entirely subjective, but most people like widths of 1/2" to 1" for tiny dogs, 1"- 2" for medium dogs and 1" to 2 1/2" for Dog Collar Instructions large/giant breeds. Webbing can be purchased 1. Stitch one side of the ribbon to the webbing-very close to at your local fabric store. the edges on each side. Sew grosgrain ribbon to nylon • Coordinating printed or grosgrain ribbons in same webbing along both edges of ribbon. or smaller width than chosen webbing, and equal in length to your strapping 2. Thread the end of your webbing through the female end of the buckle. Sew 1/2” from the female end, securing it in • (1) D-Ring (width across the flat side should be the place. same as your webbing width) 3. Slide the D-Ring towards the female end of the buckle and • Heavy-duty sewing machine needles stitch it in place to secure the D-Ring in place. Make sure • Matching Thread your seams are reinforced. • (1) set of hardware: adjuster strap & buckle 4. Thread 5” of webbing from opposite side through the (sometimes called a "parachute buckle") adjuster strap. Thread the same end through the inner bar Although it is possible to find metal side clip of the male end of the buckle. Pull the end of the webbing buckles, most of the time, these are plastic. They back toward the adjuster strap and loop under the first are easily found in your local sewing notions layer of webbing. Looping back around to the underside of department. The buckle size needs to match the the webbing towards the male end of the buckle. Sew flat width of webbing you are going to use. For best to secure. results, see what sizes of buckles are available 5. Connect the female to male end of the buckle. Make sure before you select webbing. to test the fit on your dog for safety and his/her comfort.

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Leash Materials List Gather supplies. Decide on the length and width of your leash, based on the size of your dog. Buy grosgrain ribbon in a slightly • (1) 6’ length of webbing-whatever width you smaller width than that of the webbing. In this example, I desire, but at least one inch bought 1" webbing and 3/4" wide ribbon. Cut (or buy already • At least 6’ of ribbon equal in length and width to cut) nylon webbing to desired length of leash plus 6”. I made a your strapping 6’ leash (not including length of swivel hook) so I cut 72” of • (1) set of hardware: loop ring, clasp connector webbing. Swivel hooks can be purchased from some sewing • (1) D-Ring supply stores or online. You can also take one from a leash you • Heavy-duty sewing machine needles no longer use. • Matching Thread Leash Instructions 1. Stitch one side of the ribbon to the webbing-very close to the edges on each side. Sew grosgrain ribbon to nylon webbing along both edges of ribbon. 2. Turn the opposite end and measure down about 6” on one end of nylon webbing, fold in place. Sew straight line approximately ? inch from edge. Sew another straight line 1” away from first line. Sew an "X" between these stitches for extra security. 3. Slip one end of nylon webbing (opposite end of the han- dle) through the d-ring. Fold over 2 inches and pin. Sew straight line in place approximately ? inch from edge. Sew another straight line 1” away from first line. Sew an "X" between these stitches for extra security. Attach attachment clasp to the D-ring. 3. Clasp the leash to the collar and take your dog out for a walk!